So it’s that time of year again. Back to the grind, back to school. And that means a little preparedness can go a long way when you’re constantly on the go. Here are just a few items worth finding room for amongst the necessary notebooks and thick textbooks burdening your backpack.

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1Victorinox Flash 4GB Alox by Swiss Army (retail prices vary). The classic must have, multipurpose knife gets a hi-tech makeover with the addition of a usb flash drive!2Vapur Anti-Bottle, $10.95 from Useful Things . Always a favorite, this reusable BPA-Free water bottle easily folds up to reduce bulk, and can even be frozen and used as an ice pack!3My Cutlery, $9.90 from Bento and co. Avoid the disposable cutlery conundrum with this fabulous compact set including spoon, fork and chopsticks. Available in 4 fun color variations. 4Flour Sac Towel Hankies, $17.50 from Snotty Brat. Choose from all kinds of adorable and hilarious designs offered from this clever Etsy seller. Fer 100% Cotton hankies are made in Dansville, New York and are a wonderful, waste-free way to wipe up!